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Our generation is consumed by media, but we often don't recognize the subconscious effect movies, shows, social media and news outlets have on our thoughts and actions. It can show up in the way we think, the way we act and even in the way we vote. So this election week, join our conversation with Cal Poly communication studies professor Dr. Emily Ryalls from back in September. We talk about popular media — how we can be more conscious consumers, the different themes of hidden racism and sexism, and why some of our most heartwarming American movies may not be as great as we thought.
By Anjana, Epsa, and SydneyOur generation is consumed by media, but we often don't recognize the subconscious effect movies, shows, social media and news outlets have on our thoughts and actions. It can show up in the way we think, the way we act and even in the way we vote. So this election week, join our conversation with Cal Poly communication studies professor Dr. Emily Ryalls from back in September. We talk about popular media — how we can be more conscious consumers, the different themes of hidden racism and sexism, and why some of our most heartwarming American movies may not be as great as we thought.